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Mutation theory was proposed by Hugo de Vries.

He observed mutations in a plant called Oenothera lamarckiana.
Mutations are sudden discontinuous inheritable changes that occur in naturally breeding populations.
Mutations are full-fledged, so there are no intermediate forms.
Mutations are subjected to natural selection.

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